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It is that time of year again. Everytime we walk into a supermarket, a pub, or even on the street, we are bombarded with Christmas music. Yes, it can be quite monotonous hearing the same 'Happy Xmas Everybody' or 'Merry Christmas Everyone'…

What if The Beatles walked into Abbey Road to record a final album? It's a question that has abounded through the circles of Beatles fans for over half-a-century. If we imagine The Beatles 13th album into existence, what songs would have…

How’s this for an elevator pitch: it’s the 1980s, the music industry is at the peak of its pomp and decadence, exemplified by a cadre of swaggering, talented superstars churning out irrepressible and iconic earworms. A master producer wants…

The name Frank Zappa enters the conversation when considering unique and original artists from the 20th century. In truth, he was a pioneer. Zappa blended different styles of music like rock, jazz, and even disco into his records and, at…

It's overwhelmingly likely that Paul McCartney is the original, mop-top musician who came into the public eye in 1963—remaining there ever since. However, the truth is dull compared to an old conspiracy theory regarding the breakup and…

Not shy about his classic rock roots, singer-songwriter Damon Mitchell has returned with a new EP titled Elise. Mitchell cites mid-60s Beatles, Neil Young, Steely Dan, and other radio rock giants of the era as prime influences on his new…

Back in the cosy confines of NO ENCORE Towers - complete with Craig for good measure - the boys are back in business. From plagued planes and useless eulogies to the rise of the Swedish far right, there's plenty to discuss so let's get…

In the years following their break-up, John Lennon would say that the Beatles were in the crow’s nest of the ship that would discover the ‘New World.’ He was referring of course to the 1960s, a decade of discovery and experimentation. At…

October 5th, known to the Romans as October Vthius, is a special day as approximately 1/365 of the world's population celebrate their birthday today! Happy Birthday to all 19,178,082 of you! Here's your birthday horoscope, some facts about…